Vehicle

2004 Mazda Tribute ES-V6 4WD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I own an ES-V6 model, and I would call
this "The Sports Cars of SUVS." I think
the Tribute out-classes the Ford
Escape. The tribute has a more nicer
interior than the Escape, as well as
many more standard features. The Zoom-
Zoom really shows. A peppy DOHC 24
valve 201 horsepower 3.0 liter V6 is
fun to drive. The car is very
comfortable and sporty. Great stereo on
ES-V6 models. Handles more like a car
than an SUV. Feels more capable and
sportier than our $34,000 2003 Jeep
Grand Cherokee Laredo. Great off-road
capability. I would recommend this SUV
over the Ford Escape, Isuzu Rodeo,
Honda CRV, and Honda Pilot. I love the
Mazda Tribute!

Suggested Improvements

The shifter is in the way of tuning
radio stations. I would like it if they
would put it on the console. Another 40
horsepower or so.....and the Tribute
would be a screamer!!! I would also
like it if they had a full tilt
steering wheel.

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